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FY09 GVD

2009 Volvo C30

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

152,242 mi
Last recorded152,242 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 GVD
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 152,242 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 May 2023 152,229 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 138,763 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 127,693 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 116,861 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 104,888 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 31 May 2018 91,721 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 91,721 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 May 2017 80,219 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s front tyre worn on inner & outer edges

Fail 31 May 2017 80,219 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s front tyre worn on inner & outer edges

Pass 6 Jun 2016 68,289 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 68,289 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 May 2015 57,541 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2014 47,854 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Fail 2 Jun 2014 47,854 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Fail 29 May 2013 39,251 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 May 2013 39,251 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 30,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Jun 2012 30,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volvo C30?

Based on 505,875 MOT tests across 31,193 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,295
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
31,193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,252
Registration plate lamp not working 5,361
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,689
coil spring broken 3,588
position lamp(s) not working 3,397
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FY09 GVD is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2009 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 70,761 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo C30 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY09 GVD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C30 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo C30 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FY09 GVD registered?

FY09 GVD is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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